Meet our team
Alejandro - Director of the School
Hola! Thank you for taking the time to visit our school website! I'll be more than happy to tell you more about our school and team!
When we first started our small school, we never thought we would grow to become one of the leading Spanish Language organizations in Latin America. We have had the pleasure of meeting great students from all over the world and building a team with some of the most talented professionals in the field. Today, our school uses technology to innovate, creates books and guides for immersion programs in Latin America, and promotes Peru as a wonderful destination for language education. We feel thankful and privileged to have you here with us and to trust us with your learning.
Welcome to the Peruwayna family. We can’t wait to meet you!
Mariella - Academic Director
Meet Mariella! She is our Academic Director and a valued friend! Thanks to her, we are able to provide the best educational experience to each and every student, implementing cutting-edge strategies specifically designed for teaching Spanish as a foreign language.
Mariella holds degrees in education and literature from Universidad Nacional Federico Villareal in Lima. Additionally, she has completed several specialization degrees, including a Masters in education with a focus on teaching and educational management from Universidad César Vallejo. She has also participated in various professional development programs for Spanish teachers offered by Universidad de la Rioja, Spain.
Mariella is not only highly qualified but also highly experienced. She is an Official Examiner for the DELE International Test, covering levels A1 to C2, certified by the Instituto Cervantes. Moreover, she is a Certified Trainer for the SIELE International Test.
Furthermore, she serves as a tutor for the Master's program in Spanish as a Foreign Language at various prestigious universities in Spain. Mariella is always prompt in responding to any language inquiries you may have, and she ensures that each student's curriculum aligns perfectly with their needs and goals.
Aaron - Director of Operations
Meet Aaron! He has a degree in Tourism, Hospitality Management, and Culinary Arts from Universidad Ricardo Palma. He’s also been certified as a Customer Experience Manager by Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas. Thanks to him, we make sure that every single student is having the best possible experience inside and outside the classroom. He checks in with students everyday to make sure they are enjoying their lessons and their overall experience in Lima. Aaron provides orientations every Monday, as well as organizes and carries out our school’s weekly activities. Moreover, Aaron assists the General Management Department by overseeing day-to-day administration and by coordinating our new students’ arrivals. Aaron’s biggest passion is photography. He’s also an expert at making the best Peruvian cocktails, so make sure to attend his cocktail classes when organized by the school!
Alexandra - Managing Director
Meet Alexandra! She has a degree in Business Administration from Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas. Alexandra is in charge of the School’s day to day administration, finance, accounting and HR activities. She looks out for our school’s staff in general as well as organizes activities which aim for integration. She also takes care of non-academic services, such as the organization of homestays, calendars, and responding to student emails. She coordinates between our Academic and Administrative
departments so that they can work as a single unit and provide the best possible service for our students. Alexandra has an adventurous spirit, enjoys learning new languages, and has both traveled and lived in many places around the world, which makes us lucky to have her in our team.
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Fabricio - Academic Coordinator / Senior Spanish Teacher
Meet Fabricio! He holds a professional degree from Universidad Católica de Santa María de Arequipa and a specialization degree in teaching Spanish as a foreign language from Universidad Externado de Colombia. Additionally, the prestigious Cervantes Institute has accredited him as an official DELE examiner for levels A1 to C2. Moreover, he is a certified trainer for the SIELE International Test. In the last couple of years Fabricio has completed several specialized Spanish courses on “Dynamics and contents for ELE teaching training”, “Intercultural teaching”, “Individual factors in language teaching”, “Inductive learning” and “Real use of the language” given by Edinumen Publishing House, Cambridge University Press and Universidad de Salamanca. Furthermore, he serves as a tutor for the Master's program in Spanish as a Foreign Language at various prestigious universities in Spain.
From the moment you meet Fabricio, you can tell what a wonderful person and teacher he is. The energy he brings to class in indescribable. He is truly committed to the Spanish language and empathizes greatly with his students whose learning goals are taken very seriously. Fabricio’s hobbies are cycling, volleyball, and he’s also excited to discover new places, so you’ll find him participating in many of our extra-curricular activities. Come meet him!
Gisela - Student Services Coordinator
Meet Gisela! Our dynamic Student Services Coordinator and heart of our school! With a degree in Administration in Tourism and Hospitality, she brings energy and enthusiasm to every activity she plans. From lively cooking lessons and salsa classes to enlightening museum visits, Gisela is the architect behind your cultural immersion in Peru. Always wearing her warm smile, she makes sure every student is enjoying their time both in and outside the classroom. Gisela is more than a coordinator - she's a friend, ready to assist and ensure you have the best experience possible. Join us and see why students describe Gisela as the ray of sunshine at our school!
Yaly - Administrative Coordinator
Meet Yaly! Our exceptional Administrative Coordinator! Holding a degree in Administration in Tourism and Hospitality, Yaly expertly handles a range of administrative tasks that keep our school humming along smoothly. From managing office operations and organizing student registrations to answering emails and greeting students with her warm and friendly smile, Yaly embodies the welcoming spirit of our school. But she's more than just a coordinator. With her sweet personality and eagerness to help, she's a vital support to our students, ready to assist with any need. Described by students as 'warm-hearted' and 'attentive', Yaly ensures everyone feels cared for and valued. Meet Yaly, and you'll instantly feel at home!
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Estefanía - Senior Spanish Teacher
Meet Estefania! She has a degree both in Linguistics and in the Spanish Language from Universidad Nacional Federico Villareal. She’s recently completed a course titled “Key competencies for language teachers” given by Editorial Edinumen and Universidad de Salamanca. Estefania also holds a graduate specialization in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from Universidad Catolica del Peru. Moreover, the Instituto Cervantes has accredited her both as an Official DELE Examiner (levels A1 to C2) and as a SIELE Official Trainer. Furthermore, she has completed a Professional development program called “Innovation in ELE instructional competencies” given by Universidad de la Rioja in Spain. Estefania has a very fun yet organized and unique teaching style. She takes all her students’ learning goals very seriously and organizes her class accordingly. She loves it when her students feel accomplished and is constantly working hard to provide them with new class activities, which are both fun and challenging.
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Patricia - Senior Spanish Teacher
Meet Patricia! She holds a professional degree in education and in foreign languages from the prestigious Universidad San Marcos. On top of this, she has a graduate specialization degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from Universidad Catolica del Peru. Patricia is as well an official DELE examiner for levels B1/B2, C1/C2, and A2/B1 ”Escolar” certified by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes, and is a certified trainer for the SIELE International Test. Patricia has recently completed specialized Spanish courses on Cultural and Intercultural Learning, Inductive Learning, and Real Use of the Language given by Edinumen Publishing House, Cambridge University Press, and Universidad de Salamanca. “Miss Patty” (as we love to call her) makes sure to provide her students with a fun class environment filled with ingenious class activities, which are usually her own inventions. She loves children and has taken several courses on children’s class methodology, so she’s often in charge of our Spanish for Kids/ Teenagers program.
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Antonio - Senior Spanish Teacher
Meet Antonio! He holds a bachelor's degree in Translation and Interpreting from the esteemed Cibertec Institute, recognized as one of Peru's most prestigious educational institutions. In addition, he has attained a specialization degree in teaching Spanish as a foreign language from the renowned Universidad Externado de Colombia. On top of this, he's been certified by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes as an official DELE examiner for levels B1/B2 and C1/C2, and has recently been accredited as an official trainer for the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires). Antonio loves teaching Spanish and enjoys learning new languages. He speaks fluent English and Portuguese! Moreover, he’s completed several courses in “Social and Emotional Learning”, “Inductive Learning”, “Cultural and Intercultural Learning”, “Learning Strategies”, and “Real Use of the Language” held by Edinumen Publishing House, Cambridge University Press, and Universidad de Salamanca. Antonio’s a truly committed teacher and a wonderful friend! His lessons are full of great energy and fun anecdotes! For him, effective language learning goes beyond just what’s learned in a classroom. Therefore, he truly encourages his students to take part in all the experiences that Lima has to offer.
Mercedes - Senior Spanish Teacher
Meet Mercedes! She has a teaching bachelor degree from Instituto Pedagógico Nacional Monterrico and has completed a Masters degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from the prestigious Universidad de Barcelona from Spain. On top of this, Mercedes has been certified by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes as an official DELE examiner for levels A1/A2 and B1/B2.
Mercedes is an amazing teacher who always has so much energy. She genuinely cares about her students and is always looking for ways to help them learn. She's also incredibly patient, which is really helpful when learning a new language. To make her classes engaging, she's constantly creating new class materials and activities, as a result, her students learn a lot while also having a lots of fun in the process.
Saned - Expert Spanish Teacher
Meet Saned! She has a bachelor degree in translation and interpreting from Universidad Ricardo Palma in Lima. On top of this, she's been certified by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes as an official DELE examiner for levels B1/B2, and has recently been accredited as an official trainer for the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires). Moreover, she’s completed several specialized Spanish courses on “Dynamics and contents for ELE teaching training”, “Intercultural teaching”, “Individual factors in language teaching”, and "Key competencies for language teachers” held by Edinumen Publishing House, and Universidad de Salamanca.
Saned's passion for teaching clearly reflects on her classes filled with laughter, energy, and fun anecdotes. In her, you’ll find not only a teacher, but also a wonderful friend! She loves being able to discuss everyday life topics with her students, as she considers daily experiences essential to make Spanish part of your life!
Kristel - Expert Spanish Teacher
Meet Kristel! She has a Literature Bachelor’s degree from the prestigious Universidad San Marcos. Additionally, Kristel has been certified by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes as an official DELE examiner for levels B1/B2, and has recently been accredited as an official trainer for the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires). Kristel's innate passion for teaching and exceptionally flexible teaching style makes her able to adapt and respond to all her students’ learning goals. She’s fun, ingenious and loves to constantly work on new activities to provide her students every class. Kristel's charisma is amazing! She listens actively and this makes her both a wonderful teacher and a great friend. Adjectives like “fun” “meaningful” and “delightful” are commonly used to describe her classes. Come meet her!
Cristofer - Expert Spanish Teacher
Meet Cristofer! He has a professional degree in Translation and Interpreting from the Lima Institute of Technical Studies, one of the most prestigious institutes in Peru. He is also a certified trainer for the SIELE International Test (Instituto Cervantes, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires). Moreover, Cristofer has recently completed specialized Spanish courses on Cultural and Intercultural Learning, Inductive Learning, Social and Emotional Learning, Learning Strategies, and Real Use of the Language, given by Edinumen Publishing House, Cambridge University Press, and Universidad de Salamanca. Cristofer has a bright and sunny personality! His Spanish classes are both refreshing and full of passion, he listens and cares for all her Spanish students, and actively works with them in order to meet their Spanish learning goals.
Debora - Expert Spanish Teacher
Allow us to introduce you to our esteemed instructor, Debora! Hailing from the prestigious Universidad Nacional Federico Villareal, Debora brings to our classroom not one, but two degrees — in Linguistics and in the Spanish Language. Her passion for languages and education has shaped her into a highly qualified educator, skilled at cultivating a rich learning environment for her students.
Adding to her impressive academic achievements, Debora has also been recognized by the renowned Instituto Cervantes, earning her certification as an official examiner for the DELE International Test for level B1/B2. Most recently, Debora has also accomplished another milestone in her professional journey. She has been accredited as an official trainer for the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires). With Debora, you are guaranteed a comprehensive, dynamic, and engaging Spanish learning experience!
Christian - Expert Spanish Teacher
We are thrilled to introduce you to our extraordinary instructor, Christian! A proud alumnus of the Universidad Nacional Federico Villareal, Christian is armed with dual degrees in Linguistics and Spanish Language, setting him apart as an expert in the field.
Christian's formidable educational background is complemented by certifications from the globally acclaimed Instituto Cervantes. He is a certified official examiner for the DELE International Test for level B1/B2. Most recently, Christian has also been honored with the prestigious accreditation as an official trainer for the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires)
With Christian as your guide, you can anticipate an enriching and immersive journey through the Spanish language. His profound understanding of linguistics, coupled with his dynamic teaching style, guarantees a comprehensive and captivating learning experience.
Claudio - Expert Spanish Teacher
Meet Claudio Magallanes - our vibrant and passionate Expert Spanish Teacher! With a twinkle in his eye and an unwavering passion for language education, Claudio brings the Spanish language to life in his classroom. Hailing from the prestigious Lima Institute of Technical Studies, Claudio holds a professional degree in Translation and Interpreting. Having honed his skills at one of the most esteemed institutes in Peru, he expertly bridges linguistic gaps and empowers his students to confidently navigate the world of Spanish language. Claudio's expertise also extends to the SIELE International Test (Cervantes Institute, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Universidad de Salamanca, and Universidad de Buenos Aires)
Claudio's lively lessons are the perfect combination of rigour, fun and authenticity. His enthusiasm is infectious and his commitment to his students' progress is unwavering. Join Claudio's class and embark on an enriching and exciting Spanish language journey, where learning is not just about grammar and vocabulary, but also about having a good dose of fun!
Alicia - Activities Assistant
Meet Alicia! She’s the one in charge of Misk’i Mikhuy, a new market initiative taking place at our school. Thanks to her, our students are provided with the best organic products at the lowest prices. Alicia is an amazing cook, which is why she’s also responsible for the popular Peruvian cooking classes that take place almost every Friday at the school. Alicia is always excited to pass on her wisdom and delicious recipes, which she kindly explains in Spanish. Come meet her!